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Ebony Bankhead

Rock Hill,SC

Summary

Dedicated educator with a proven track record of enhancing student well-being and academic success. Expertise in addressing personal, social, and behavioral challenges through effective communication and problem-solving strategies. Skilled in implementing innovative, technology-driven practices that foster engagement and collaboration in the classroom. Committed to creating supportive learning environments that empower students to achieve their full potential.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

School Counselor

Fort Mill School District
Fort Mill, SC
08.2021 - Current
  • Coordinated and organized several school wide events, such as 8th Grade IGP Blitz Day, 8th Grade Dance, PSAT, 7th Grade Career Fair, and 6th Grade Career Day.
  • Participated in Individualized Education Program (IEP) and 504 meetings and developed intervention strategies for students with special needs.
  • Collaborated with teachers, parents, and administrators to support student success and address behavioral and academic concerns.
  • Facilitated conflict resolution and peer mediation sessions to promote a positive school environment.
  • Promoted parent and teacher partnerships and communications to support students educational goals.
  • Maintained student records and developed individual education and behavior plans to promote student success.
  • Assisted families in understanding resources available within the community to address their needs.
  • Provided crisis intervention services to students experiencing emotional, physical, or social distress.
  • Maintained confidential records of counseling sessions, assessments, and communications with students and parents.
  • Provided individual and group counseling sessions to students in order to discuss academic, social and emotional issues.

Graduate Associate - COE Graduate Studies

Winthrop University
Rock Hill, SC
08.2020 - 05.2021
  • Supported College of Education Graduate Program Director in administrative tasks and project management.
  • Developed data spreadsheets and documents for graduate program evaluations.
  • Designed recruitment presentations to enhance visibility of graduate programs within the College of Education.
  • Collaborated with College of Education Dean, faculty, and staff on diverse assignments.

8th Grade English Language Arts Teacher

Rock Hill School District
Rock Hill, SC
08.2019 - 06.2020
  • Created a safe and positive learning environment for all students.
  • Tested students' comprehension of subject matter through quizzes, tests and projects.
  • Provided feedback on student writing assignments and essays with constructive criticism.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary activities that reinforced concepts from multiple subject areas.
  • Devised lesson plans aligned with curriculum and met varying student needs.
  • Used positive reinforcement methods to redirect student behavior.
  • Conducted individualized instruction to address the needs of struggling students.
  • Used videos, lectures and moderated discussions to engage students during class.
  • Determined lesson objectives and clearly communicated to students.
  • Participated in weekly PLC, IEP, and team meetings.

5th Grade Teacher

Chester County School District
Chester, SC
08.2018 - 06.2019
  • Utilized differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles.
  • Conducted parent-teacher conferences to discuss students' academic performance.
  • Prepared, administered and graded daily work and tests to evaluate student's progress.
  • Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans in line with state curriculum standards.
  • Led after-school tutoring sessions for students needing additional help.
  • Utilized educational technology to enhance teaching and learning experiences.
  • Facilitated a positive learning environment by implementing classroom management techniques.

Education

Master of Education - Counseling And Development - School Counseling

Winthrop University
Rock Hill, SC
05-2021

Bachelor of Science - Middle Level Education

Winthrop University
Rock Hill, SC
05-2018

High School Diploma -

Northwestern High School
Rock Hill, SC
06-2014

Skills

  • Crisis intervention
  • Problem solving
  • Project management
  • Individual and family support
  • Team collaboration
  • Group counseling
  • Student assessment
  • Classroom management

Accomplishments

  • 2024-2025 Forest Creek Middle School Teacher of the Year
  • 2025 Forest Creek Middle School Guiding Coalition Team Member
  • Fort Mill School District Parent University Committee Member
  • ASCA Ambassador for the 2021 National ASCA Conference (Las Vegas, NV)
  • 2020 PSSCA Graduate Student Volunteer for Annual Conference

Certification

  • National Certified Counselor
  • Global Career Development Facilitator (Pending)
  • Gifted and Talented Endorsement
  • School Counselor/Guidance Certification (K-12)
  • Middle Level English Language Arts Certification (5-8)
  • Middle Level Social Studies Certification (5-8)

Presentations

  • "Conversations and Consequences: Classroom Management Hacks," School Faculty Professional Development Session. Forest Creek Middle School, Fort Mill, SC. January 2023.
  • "Who Are We?: A Focus on the 3E's: Engagement, Education, and Equity," Palmetto State School Counselor Association Annual Conference. Hilton Head, SC. January 2023.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

School Counselor

Fort Mill School District
08.2021 - Current

Graduate Associate - COE Graduate Studies

Winthrop University
08.2020 - 05.2021

8th Grade English Language Arts Teacher

Rock Hill School District
08.2019 - 06.2020

5th Grade Teacher

Chester County School District
08.2018 - 06.2019

Master of Education - Counseling And Development - School Counseling

Winthrop University

Bachelor of Science - Middle Level Education

Winthrop University

High School Diploma -

Northwestern High School

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